New to genetic genealogy?
Who, what, why, and where to DNA test.
Autosomal, mitochondrial, and Y-DNA.
More tools!
The class consists of three weekly 90-minute online sessions conducted via Zoom.
- Week 1
- Why use DNA?
- Types of DNA
- Types of tests and what you can learn from each
- Week 2
- Deeper dive into autosomal DNA
- Introduction to third-party tools
- Week 3
- Deeper dive on mitochondrial and Y-DNA
- Resources for continuing your learning
All sessions will be recorded and available for viewing by paid registrants for thirty days following the last session.
Class fee $80 (SGS members $65)
Minimum enrollment: 10
Maximum enrollment: 20
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Karin Lovisa Borgerson is a professional genealogist specializing in genetic genealogy, using a combination of DNA data and historical records to help guide curious people on a journey of self-discovery where science meets story.
Her education includes a BA in biology and anthropology from Oberlin College; an MBA in socially and environmentally sustainable business from Bainbridge Graduate Institute; graduate study in science, health and environmental journalism at NYU; coursework in computer science and genome sciences at University of Washington; and multiple genealogy institutes.